Has anyone been able to eat things besides liquids prior to surgery and still lose weight and shrink their liver? I'm wondering if you treat yourself once a week to something you like will it ruin the entire pre op liquid diet phase?

I dont' see how anyone could shrink their liver in a week or two. I stuffed my face all the way til the night before. I was fine! I think people should stop stressing over the pre-op starvation diet. Strict Protein drinks are ok for a little while but you'll get over it quick. Just don't stuff your face.

Good luck!

Lots of Luv- Alice

Banded 12/20/06

Dr. Huacuz- Tijuana, Mexico

Has anyone been able to eat things besides liquids prior to surgery and still lose weight and shrink their liver? I'm wondering if you treat yourself once a week to something you like will it ruin the entire pre op liquid diet phase?

I had to do Optifast for four weeks prior to surgery -- docs orders. Luckily, I had bars to go along with the shakes. About 10 days into it, I completely lost my appetite, so I didn't really feel like I was missing out on anything. I did cheat occaisionally with a handful or tortilla chips (salt cravings) or a small piece of cheese. But that's about it. I lost about 16lbs.

Maria

I ate everything in sight before my surgery. Dr. said nothing you can do will shrink your liver especially within a few weeks. Don't worry to much.

I agree don't stress over it. I didn't..lol...